Pre-Academy Qualification Courses
Fulfill Academy Prerequisites
Pre-Academy application courses consist of physical conditioning, college guidance classes, and the law enforcement pre-academy course. These classes are designed to prepare students for the basic peace officer or correctional deputy academies.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding these courses, email bctclaw@mvc.edu, call (951) 571-6192, or contact Nidia Fernandez at (951) 571-6181.
Law Pre-Academy
ADJ-B2A and GUI-48A
The Law Enforcement Pre-Academy is preparation course designed for the Basic, Modular and Correctional Deputy Academies. It focuses on Law Enforcement topics such as Report Writing, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Professionalism and Ethics, Criminal Justice System, and an overview of the background investigation process.
The Pre-Academy is a Learning Community and you must be enrolled in both GUI-48A and ADJ-A33E complete Pre-Academy requirements.
The college fees for the class are $181.00 (if you have the financial aid, you pay $20.00 for the Student Health Fee and $30.00 for the Student Services Fee), plus the cost of books. Fees are payable via MyPortal.
- Apply to MVC online.
- Meet with the School of Public Safety Engagement Center to create a student education plan.
- Attend a program information session. Information sessions are hosted at the Ben Clark campus.
Modular classroom 20732-F (building #11)
16791 Davis Avenue
Riverside, CA 92518
Physical Conditioning for Academies
ADJ-B1A
Wellness and physical conditioning courses prepare applicants with a physical fitness program prior to entrance to the Basic Peace Office Academy, in addition to familiarizing students with career opportunities available in law enforcement.
- A head start on getting in the best shape of your life, which will assist you to meet the rigorous physical demands of academy training.
- Becoming accustomed to the training style encountered at the Academy.
- Information on what to expect at the Academy, such as the Academy rules and regulations.
- The opportunity to network with other candidates who will have helpful information and who will provide you with support and encouragement.
- The opportunity to meet the staff who conduct the program and who will also provide you with information, support, and encouragement.
- The opportunity to experience the camaraderie known only to those who work together, a sense of accomplishment as you achieve goals, and the pride that comes with accomplishment.
STEP 1
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Apply to Moreno Valley College for the current semester.
STEP 2
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The first email you receive will confirm your application submission. Approximately 5-10 days later, you will receive a second email from the college providing you with your student ID number and student email address along with instructions to set up your password and MyPortal account.
STEP 3
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From the college website, log into MyPortal to check your registration date. In MyPortal, then access EduNav to register for the course on or after your assigned registration date.
STEP 4
- Pay your fees in MyPortal via the "Student Finance" link. Select "Make a Payment" to complete your payment submission.
- The fees for the course are broken down as follows: $92.00 enrollment fee ($46/unit), student service fee ($30 Fall/Spring or $10 Winter/Summer), health fee ($24 Fall/Spring or $20 Winter/Summer) and $5 transportation fee. If you have financial aid, you are responsible to pay the student service fee, health fee and transportation fee. Non residency fees, if applicable, are $415.00/unit or $830.00 for the two-unit course. Fees are subject to change without notice.
STEP 5
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Show up to class on the first day!
If you are unable to register for the course, you can still show up on the first day of the class and try to add. If there are available spaces open, the instructor will provide you with a 4-digit authorization(add) code. It is the student’s responsibility to drop the course if you are unable to attend the course. Any students who do not show up on the first day of class may be dropped from the course by the instructor. If you have an emergency that prohibits you from attending the first day, notify us immediately so that you are not dropped.
For assistance regarding the application or registration process, call (951) 571-6370.
